Title :
Novel multiple beam microstrip patch array with integrated beamformer
Author :
Vetterlein, S.J. ; Hall, P.S.
Author_Institution :
Sch. of Electr. Eng. & Sci., R. Mil. Coll. of Sci., Swindon, UK
Abstract :
A novel multiple beam microstrip antenna is described in which the beamforming network and array are combined into a planar module. Results for a small 5-beam array are given that illustrate the action and indicate typical performance. The beamformer´s low profile and low loss potential are attractive features applicable to modern mobile communication terminals.
Keywords :
antenna radiation patterns; microstrip antennas; microwave antenna arrays; mobile antennas; strip line components; integrated beamformer; low loss; low profile; microstrip patch array; microwave antennas; mobile communication terminals; multiple beam; planar module; radiation patterns;
Journal_Title :
Electronics Letters
DOI :
10.1049/el:19890771
